Learning & Development Manager

Posted 9 May by Nigel Wright Group
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Competitive salary
Erith , Kent
Permanent, full-time

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About BATT Cables

BATT CABLES is a market leader in the specialist supply, management and distribution of electrical cables and accessories. Established in 1952, the company has continually adapted to meet the electrical cable needs of the oil and gas, infrastruicture, marine, offshore, construction and energy industries. Their objective is to satisfy all cable requirements, from an immediate demand to an integrated Cable Management Package - quickly, effectively and competitively. They combine material availability with technical expertise to develop the most cost-effective cable solution for all project needs.

Job Purpose

BATT CABLES is seeking a passionate and experienced Learning & Development Manager to support the organisation's growth strategy and development of their employees.  This is a key part of their expansion strategy and will play a critical leadership role in their transformation journey, enhancing individual's skills and knowledge.

Join us in fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

Key areas of focus include;
  • Key part of the leadership team, subject matter expert on all people development initiatives, able to engage senior stakeholders in the wider L&D strategy.
  • Working with the leadership team to identify training gaps across the organisation.
  • Support the implementation of all new systems, coordinating training with the providers and embedding new functionality (ie. Manager self service etc)
  • Working with the CPO and wider HR team to create the Talent Development / Succession Planning processes and frameworks.
  • Develop a robust management development programme for existing and future leaders.
  • Facilitation and delivery of training as and when required.
  • Implementation and embedding the new LMS, looking at future eLearning solutions. 
  • Provide clarity on career development, develop transparent career framework.
  • Drive accountability for L&D within the leadership team.
  • Utilise data and metrics to drive future decision making.
  • Evaluate and analyse feedback to make improvements. 

Ideally based Erith 3 days a week with travel to UK sites.

Person requirements

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate the following;
  • Experience within the full training cycle from delivery and facilitation through to systems implementation and use of new technology.
  • Experience of conducting TNA in a complex, multi-site organisation.
  • Strong influencer, able to work with a wide variety of challenging stakeholders.
  • Experience of implementing and embedding new systems.
  • Enjoys working in an environment going through change and transformation, able to support and coach others on the journey.
  • Resilient, energetic and delivery orientated.
  • Able to work autonomously, self-sufficient regarding coordination and administration (minimal admin support, may increase in future).


Please contact Sue on or for more information or apply online.

Reference: 52617858

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